98 Nissan Maxima problem

Tiny
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  • 1998 NISSAN MAXIMA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 200,000 MILES
I Have A 1998 Nissan Maxima And About A Month Ago I Change My Alternator. My Batery Is New Also. Then Suddenly My Car Start Dying EveryTime Im On A Stop Sigh. My Radio And Heater Light Stars Dying First Then The Car Die's. What Can Be The Cause Of The Problem?
Monday, March 7th, 2011 AT 2:46 AM

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Tiny
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Use volt meter to check voltage at battery when motor is running. If less than 13.5 you alternator is not charging properly or the wiring has a problem.
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Monday, March 7th, 2011 AT 2:49 AM
Tiny
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Also check alternator belt for tightness. Loose belt can cause undercharge under loads.
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Monday, March 7th, 2011 AT 2:50 AM

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